Senior Primary Project Engineer - GIS

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India Job ID: R0121612 Date Posted: 2026-03-16 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule:  Full time Remote: No Job Description:

The opportunity: The Primary design engineer will work on designing on primary design engineering for High voltage switchgear.

How you'll make an impact: Based on inputs received from the technical project lead and colleges from the design department ensure the timely submission of 3D modelled HV Products for various substation configurations/requirements. 

Coordinate with other cross functions like project management, Design engineers, and secondary designs for design aspects.

Preparation of 3D modelling of high voltage Switchgears (GIS, Hybrid switchgear, Live tank, dead tank breakers etc), generating BoM of modules and products and creating part numbers using SAP/ERP.

Co-ordination and reviewing the 2D and 3D drawings before submitting the same to customers. 

Preparation of guaranteed technical parameters for various high voltage. 

Addressing the technical queries raised by customers during the execution of the project in case required. 

Supporting various cross functions like SCM, project management, and quality for understanding the customer requirements and specifications if required, supporting onsite installation and commissioning colleagues for understanding the customer drawings and other technical support.

Coordinate with customers, resolve queries, and ensure the engineering drawings are approved on time.  

You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background: You hold a Diploma / Bachelor’s in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering with 4 to 6 years of experience.

Hands of experience in Creo and Windchill.

Experience in working in Switchgear mechanical design.

Knowledge of relevant international standards ex. IEEE, IEC, etc. 

Understanding of Manufacturing Drawings & Electrical Schematics. 

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and writing skills. 

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